# Makar Sankranti - Winter Solstice Festival

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[Home](https://babaji.org.pl/en/) / [Events](https://babaji.org.pl/en/events/) / Makar Sankranti - Winter Solstice Festival [ Back ](https://babaji.org.pl/en/events/) Makar Sankranti - Winter Solstice Festival January 14, 2026 • Babaji Ashram, Mąkolno 129 Key Thought: As the Sun begins its new journey, we too can renew our commitments and gratefully receive the gifts of life. Makar Sankranti is one of the oldest and most beloved Hindu festivals, celebrated on the winter solstice. It marks the moment when the Sun transits into Capricorn (Makar), symbolizing new beginnings, rebirth, and the victory of light over darkness. In Vedic tradition, this day is a time of gratitude for the harvest and the blessings of nature. Program 06:00 - Sunrise: Puja and meditation 08:00 - Havan: Sacred fire and offerings 10:00 - Communal breakfast: Khichdi and sesame sweets 12:00 - Satsang: Discussion on the significance of daan (donation) Spiritual Significance Makar Sankranti reminds us of life’s cyclical nature and the importance of giving with gratitude. The tradition of offering khichdi (rice and lentil dish) and sesame represents purification of body and mind. Donation (daan) is central to this day - we give what we have, trusting that blessings will come for our new path. Just as the Sun rises anew each day, we too have the opportunity to begin again. Information for Participants You are warmly invited to celebrate Makar Sankranti at our ashram. Please bring comfortable clothing for meditation and feel free to help with meal preparations. All are welcome - regardless of spiritual experience. Let us unite in gratitude and joy, welcoming new beginnings. Details and registration: [contact](https://babaji.org.pl/en/contact/) Om Namah Shivay Last updated: 3/3/2026 Frequently asked questions What is Makar Sankranti? It's a Hindu winter solstice festival celebrated on January 14th, marking the Sun's transit into Capricorn. How do we celebrate at the ashram? Communal sunrise ceremony, khichdi and sesame offerings, prayers for blessings and donation (daan). Share [ Email ](mailto:?subject=Makar%20Sankranti%20-%20Winter%20Solstice%20Festival&body=https%3A%2F%2Fbabaji.org.pl%2Fen%2Fevents%2Fmakar-sankranti%2F) [ WhatsApp ](https://wa.me/?text=Makar%20Sankranti%20-%20Winter%20Solstice%20Festival%20https%3A%2F%2Fbabaji.org.pl%2Fen%2Fevents%2Fmakar-sankranti%2F) Related events [ Chaitra Navaratri - Spring Nine Nights ](https://babaji.org.pl/en/events/chaitra-navaratri/) [ Diwali - Festival of Lights ](https://babaji.org.pl/en/events/diwali/) [ Dussehra - Victory of Good over Evil ](https://babaji.org.pl/en/events/dussehra/)